Learning Engineering / Practice
Data-informed decision making
Definition
A decision process that uses relevant data as evidence while also considering context, expertise, goals, and constraints.
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Data can improve decisions without pretending that metrics alone contain the full meaning of a learning situation.
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Sources and evidence
- LeBOK — 5.2.2 Data-Informed Decision Making (direct)
- IEEE ICICLE — Learning Engineering Process (supporting)
- Learning Engineering Design Decision Tracking — Discussion; data as a source of influence and future iteration; TechTrends p. 827; PDF p. 12 (supporting)